Cambridge has earned the nickname 'Silicon Fen' for good reason. The city is home to ARM Holdings, Microsoft Research, Amazon Cambridge, Apple's machine learning team, and over 5,000 technology companies. It is one of Europe's most important technology hubs.
Key Technology Destinations in Cambridge
ARM Holdings
ARM's global headquarters is located in Cambridge, near the Cambridge Business Park. ARM's chip architecture powers the vast majority of the world's smartphones and is increasingly used in data centres and AI applications.
Microsoft Research Cambridge
Microsoft Research's Cambridge laboratory is one of the company's most important research centres, focused on machine learning, AI, and computer science. Located in the city centre near Cambridge train station.
Amazon Cambridge
Amazon's Cambridge office focuses on Alexa and AI research. Located in central Cambridge, it is easily accessible from Cambridge train station.
Getting to Cambridge for Technology Visits
Stansted Airport is the closest London airport to Cambridge at 30 miles. For international visitors, Heathrow offers the most direct connections from North America, Asia, and the Middle East. London City Airport is popular with financial technology professionals travelling from the City.
Cambridge North station is closer to the Cambridge Science Park and ARM Holdings than Cambridge Central. Ask your driver to drop you at Cambridge North if visiting these destinations.